Feb 25, 2014

LAKE BAIKAL (The Pearl of Siberia)A freshwater lake that is the deepest in the world and one of the cleanest lakes. It's the seventh largest lake in the world and surrounded by mountains. This wondrous lake has over a thousand species and is worth seeing during your tour of Russia.The nearest big city to Lake Baikal is Irkutsk. This is a good city for lodging options. The International Hotel Sayen 13B Karl Mark Street, Irkutsk is a nice designer hotel with lots of amenities. The Irkutsk Hostel Zhelyabox 23A/1 is a good value. They offer dormitory, twin room and one bedroom apartment accommodations.Don't miss out on glorious views of Lake Baikal from all angles. You might even want to enjoy a Siberian Vodka drink. The Russians love their vodka.

SIBERIAN VODKA DRINK1 and 1/2 ounces of Russian vodka4 ounces grapefruit juice1/4 ounce cranberry juiceFill a shaker with ice and combine vodka with the juices. Strain and pour into a glass!

Feb 21, 2014

MOSCOW the capital city of RUSSIA is the most populous. It has the largest community of billionaires in the world.

MOSCOW is situated on the Mooskva River and has more forest area within its borders than any other city in the world.

MOSCOW may have long winters and short summers but that doesn't stop visitors from flying into MOSCOW and experiencing all the fascinating things it has to offer.

With one of the deepest underground metro systems in the world navigating around MOSCOW is easy. Once you arrive at one of Moscow's airports you can begin mingling in Moscow and mastering your way around the city like the locals.

Here's a list of things not to miss when in Moscow:

The Moscow Kremlin, one of the greatest architectural complexes in the world, a medieval city fortress, a World Heritage Site.The Kremlin ArmouryBolshoi TheaterChaika Swimming PoolGorky Park Skaters RinkIzmaylovo MarketMoscow City TourSt Basils CathedralRed SquareVorobyovy Gory Nature PreserveMOSCOW is flooded with extraordinary eating establishments from A to Z. Below are just a handful of recommendations:Mari Vanna (authentic Russian), Homemade Cafe (International),Red Square 1 (authentic Russian), Gallery (International), Shinok(Ukrainian; house specialty, vareniki), Stolle (Central Asian; known for coffee, pirogi pies, and cakes). KaukazskayaPlennitsa (Moscow's favorite for Georgian dishes), Filimonova &Yankel Fish House (outstanding seafood).The Russians love their food and one of their most famous dishes are Blini. When time permits feast on a plate of Blini at one of Moscow's restaurants.

BLINI (Blee-nee)2/3 cup all purpose flour1/2 cup buckwheat flour1/2 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon yeast (rapid rise yeast)1 cup warm milk2 tablespoons butter, melted1 egg, separated1) Mix flours, salt, and yeast in a large bowl.2) Pour in warm milk, mix and cover with towel for 1 hour.3) Stir melted butter (make certain its cooled) with one egg yolk. 4) In separate bowl whisk egg white until stiff and fold into mixture. Cover mixture with a towel for about 20 minutes.5) Heat non stick pan over medium heat and drop quarter size portions of blini dough into the pan. Cook for one minute on one side until bubbles form, turn and cook 30- 40 seconds. After all the blini are cooked keep them warm.Top each blini with caviar, smoked salmon, or other fish,minced onions, sour cream, and fresh dill.ENJOY MINGLING IN MOSCOW!

Feb 8, 2014

The LARGEST country in the worldis R U S S I A!There's a lot to see in this country that's inside two continents; Asia and Europe.My upcoming posts will take you on a tour of Russia with highlights on places youwon't want to miss and interesting facts about Russian culture and foods.RUSSIA: THE LAND OF PLENTY!

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Join me on my blog as I share amazing travel experiences and photographs, offer advice, share recipes and give recommendations on one country at a time. I have worked in Austria, Australia, Ireland, Norway and Ukraine. I became fascinated with travel while working as a concierge for Hyatt Hotels and Resorts in New York City and meeting people from around the world.